Rep. Susan DuBose

Maddy summaryHB 407 designates the current Miss Alabama titleholder as an "Official State Ambassador" during their one-year term. The bill defines this role as an honorary position focused on promoting Alabama at ceremonial, tourism, and community events - such as representing the state at festivals, cultural showcases, or military family initiatives - without granting any policymaking authority or compensation. It explicitly states that state agencies may voluntarily coordinate with the ambassador for public engagement but are not required to do so, and the role automatically transfers to the next Miss Alabama upon her selection. The bill takes effect on June 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally commends Anna Grace Tucker for her community service initiative that supports youth with speech disorders. The resolution recognizes her work through the "Say It Out Loud" program, which advocates for confidence and inclusion among young people facing communication challenges. It highlights her leadership roles at Troy University, including her service as Miss Troy University 2026 and her involvement in the M.I.S.S. Elite Organization and Dance Line. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves as an official acknowledgment of her contributions to community service and youth advocacy.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Alabama's State Department of Education to create and publish an annual report card that evaluates the performance of all educator preparation programs and alternative teacher preparation organizations. The report card will include detailed metrics such as student pass rates, employment outcomes, retention rates, and satisfaction surveys from both graduates and their employers. To support this system, the bill mandates that these programs provide annual data to the department and allocates funding to help implement the reporting requirements. The State Board of Education will review the report cards each year to determine if any programs need additional support or intervention.

Maddy summaryHB 183 allows homeschool students in Alabama to enroll in public school career and technical education (CTE) programs starting in the 2027-2028 school year, provided they pay the same course fees as public school students and enroll as non-enrolled participants. It requires public schools to consider homeschool students for CTE programs only after filling spots with current public school students if capacity is limited. Full-time, standalone CTE schools may choose not to accept homeschool students, but all other public schools must follow the rules. The State Board of Education and local school boards must create specific policies to implement these provisions.

Maddy summaryHB 342 allows Alabama to participate in a federal tax credit program that enables individuals to claim a credit on their federal income tax for contributions to scholarship granting organizations (SGOs). The bill requires the Alabama Department of Revenue to annually submit a list of qualifying SGOs in the state to the federal government and certify Alabama's participation. This ensures Alabama residents can use the federal credit for eligible contributions starting in tax years after 2026. The bill takes effect immediately and does not create a new state tax credit.

Maddy summaryHB 382 protects Alabama's public colleges and universities from accreditation penalties for following state law. It prohibits accrediting agencies from punishing institutions (like revoking accreditation) for complying with state law, unless federal law overrides that state law. The bill allows public university boards to sue accrediting agencies that violate this rule and requires them to report such violations to the legislature. This applies specifically to institutions seeking or maintaining accreditation through nationally recognized agencies approved by the U.S. Department of Education. The law ensures state educational policies cannot be undermined by external accreditation requirements.

Maddy summaryHR 72 is a symbolic resolution designating Friday, February 6, 2026, as "Wear Red Day" in Alabama, aligning with the national Go Red for Women campaign. It does not create new laws or directly affect specific groups, but encourages all Alabama residents to learn about women's heart disease symptoms, support prevention, and join awareness efforts. The resolution highlights cardiovascular disease as the leading cause of death among women in the U.S. and addresses disparities in care for Black, Hispanic/Latina, and Indigenous women. It serves as a ceremonial observance to promote education, not a policy change.

Maddy summaryHB 246 requires Alabama public K-12 schools to provide parents and guardians with an alternative way to review copyrighted classroom materials (like textbooks) if posting them online would violate copyright law. Instead of online access, schools must offer either physical access to materials at the school during regular hours or temporary digital access for 24 hours. Parents must submit a written request, and schools must provide access within 10 days. This change specifically addresses copyrighted materials while maintaining the existing requirement for schools to post non-copyrighted curricula online.

Maddy summaryThis is a resolution (not a bill) introduced by the Alabama House of Representatives, urging the U.S. Supreme Court and Congress to protect women's sports. It argues that maintaining sex-based athletic teams is necessary due to biological differences between males and females, citing concerns about competitive fairness, safety, and privacy. The resolution specifically references Alabama’s 2021-2023 laws banning transgender girls from participating in girls’ sports in public schools and colleges, based on biological sex at birth. It calls for reaffirming Title IX’s protections and enacting federal legislation to ensure women’s sports remain reserved for females. The resolution has been referred to the House Committee on Rules and is pending further action.

Maddy summaryHJR 50 is a resolution that officially recognizes April 17, 2025, as "Buckets of Smiles Day" in the State of Alabama. It encourages residents to observe this day to raise awareness about children with cancer and the need for better treatment options.